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Bipasha Basu Talks Bollywood Showstoppers and so much more!
11 hours ago
Bipasha Basu is currently in the UK as part of Bollywood Showstoppers, which has already seen her take to the stage at the Birmingham LG Arena alongside Malaika Arora Khan, Atif Aslam and Shaan. The extravaganza that is Bollywood Showstoppers is getting ready for the biggest show yet which is set to take place today at London’s prestigious O2 Arena.
In between rehearsals the stars took some time out to speak to the media in London as part of a press conference. After the press conference we caught up with the beautiful Bipasha Basu for a quick chat about the show, her movies and staying fit.
You are going to be performing alongside your favourite singer Atif Aslam, which is your favourite song of his?
‘Kuch Is Tarah’, yeah I just love listening to that. And yes, ‘Pehli Nazar’ from my film, Race (laughs).
Which song are you most »
- Meera Sharma
Special Report: Bollywood Showstoppers Press conference!
19 hours ago
Those regulars readers of Bollyspice would have seen the various articles we have been writing about the Bollywood Showstoppers show, well the time has arrived and the stars are gearing up to hit the stage in the O2 Arena on Sunday after a successful show in Birmingham.
Before the popular gig at the LG Arena, Birmingham Friday, Atif Aslam, Shaan, Malaika Arora Khan, Bipasha Basu and Flex FX’s artistic director, Naz Choudhury took time out of their rehearsals to have a press conference and special Q&A with the London media to talk about their upcoming show. Bollyspice.com attended the Q&A, on Thursday 5th April, to get all the details.
Hosted by the BBC Asian Networks, Tommy Sandhu and held in Chak 89 the press conference kicked off with Naz Choudhury explaining just how he got the stars on board for the show.
“For the past two/ three »
- Meera Sharma
Toifa Special: We chat with Prabhu Deva, Manish Malhotra and Aditi Rao Hydari
20 hours ago
Media scrums are an extended part of a journalist’s job, but the scrummage in the press room at Toifa was a fascinating look into the disorganized proceedings around this event. Given around 3 minutes each, tv channels and magazines like ourselves had to throw out one or three questions in this shortened time period. Thankfully, I managed to speak to the candid Manish Malhotra, who addressed his answers to all of us journalists in the room, and the shy Prabhu Deva, who enjoying the Vancouver scene around him and the lovely Aditi Rao Hydari.
The designer was at his candid best musing on celebrity endorsement, his charity work, and his unwavering passion for creating iconic fashion moments to add to the pantheon of Indian cinema’s 100 years. Malhotra also described this evening’s fashion show segments at the Toifa Technical Awards, “I think for the people of Vancouver, »
- Rumnique Nannar
Chashme Baddoor Movie Review
23 hours ago
David Dhawan’s remake of Chashme Baddoor is supposed to be a laugh out loud comedy. Though the film is far from perfect, it does deliver as promised and there are many moments that you will find amusing to watch. Starring Ali Zafar, Taapsee Pannu, Siddharth Narayan and Divyendu Sharma in key roles, Chashme Baddoor is based on a story of three friends in Goa who are in the prime of their lives. Two of them, Jai (Narayan) and Omi (Sharma), attempt to woo Seema (Pannu), who is the new girl in the neighbourhood. Failing miserably, their friend Sid (Zafar) ends up bumping into Seema and falling in love with her, to which she also reciprocates. Jai and Omi attempt to tear Sid and Seema away from each other which result in a number of intense, as well as comical moments.
Though Sai Paranjpye’s original version of the film »
- Bodrul Chaudhury
Ali Zafars talks Chashme Baddoor!
5 April 2013 10:37 PM, PDT
Actor Ali Zafar took out time from filming Aman Ki Aasha in London to speak to Sunny Malik for BollySpice about his next release, Chashme Baddoor. Chashme Baddoor also stars Siddharth, Taapsee Pannu and Divyendu Sharma, Rishi Kapoor and Anupam Kher and is directed by David Dhawan.
What does the title Chashme Baddoor mean?
Chahsme Badoor relates to a woman’s beauty. It means that may the evil away be kept away. As you know the film is a remake of the 1981 film, of the same name. David Dhawan has directed the film.
Salman Khan and Govinda said that David often walks into the frame without saying cut. Did he do that during Chashme Baddoor?
Yes, he did (laughs). He feels a lot and gets very emotional. He sometimes would just walk into the frame because he is an old-school director and does not watch the monitor during a take. »
- Sunny Malik
Special Report: Toifa Musical Extravaganza- Video Added!
5 April 2013 4:15 PM, PDT
One of the most dazzling events to kick start the Times of India Film Awards was the opening night’s Musical Extravaganza held Thursday night at the Pacific Coliseum in Vancouver. Hosted by the peppy and energetic Neha Dhupia, the concert featured Sunidhi Chauhan, Mohit Chauhan, Hard Kaur, Shalmali Kholgade, Abbas Hassan, and Kavita Seth. It was an evening full of wild flames, wonderful dancing, but felt rather improvisatory and rushed.
The event started a full half an hour late, which you can naturally forgive given the amount of prepwork that goes into pulling off such a huge event. When we hit the show running, choreographer Shiamak Davar decided on the unconventional route and sang his signature tune, ‘Jaane Kisne’. Instead of bringing out his troupe, Davar sang his tune around the stage alongside two dancers conveying that yearning and hope to the seductive beat. Davar can hold a tune »
- Rumnique Nannar
Imtiaz Ali’s Highway Team gets homemade meals
5 April 2013 8:38 AM, PDT
Imtiaz Ali’s next film Highway, with music by the great Ar Rahman, is a romantic drama stars Alia Bhatt and Randeep Hooda in the lead. The film is currently in production and Imtiaz Ali and his team have been shooting on real locations for Highway, which traverses through the roads of six Indian states. On the very first day of shoot on one such real location in Haryana, Imtiaz and his crew were shooting in a house at a village on the outskirts of Faridabad. Maybe it was the enriching interactions they had with the team, the residents of the house invited the entire cast and crew for a home-cooked meal after the pack-up for the day. Imtiaz being the foodie that he is graciously accepted the offer and so after the shoot got over, Team Highway was treated to a simple but delectable meal of dal, sabzi and »
- Stacey Yount
In the Zone: Lady Indiraa talks her chart hit ‘Bollywood Queen’ with Sel and more!
5 April 2013 8:02 AM, PDT
We have a new In the Zone from our media partners IndyBrown.TV, Ashanti Omkar and Omkari! This time they are chatting with Lady Indiraa, a farm lady from Barnet in North London who spends most of her time rescuing animals while running her farm. But here is the cool thing, she is also a singer and has scored a top 20 in the Official BBC Asian Network Charts with her single titled ‘Bollywood Queen’. Indiraa teamed up with Bollywood’s award-winning music producers, Shankar Ehsaan Loy (Sel) after they heard a demo of hers, and ‘Bollywood Queen’ has now entered the Official BBC Asian Network Charts at no 11.
In this cool interview Lady Indiraa is In The Zone with Delakshi, talking candidly about the hardships of depression, the inspiration behind her music, her career as a Tennis player, her new collaboration with Bollywood’s mass-award-winning music producers, Shankar Ehsaan Loy (Sel), and lots more! »
- Stacey Yount
Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani’s first song, ‘Badtameez Dil’
5 April 2013 7:45 AM, PDT
After receiving an incredible response on the trailer of Ranbir & Deepika starrer Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani, Dharma Productions has released the first song from the film- ‘Badtameez Dil’.
Put on your dancing shoes and feel the music pump through your veins! Set your Badtameez Dil free and join Bunny, Naina & Aditi as they dance to the tune of this catchy number from Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A1VTaAYH3Hc
The music of the film has been composed by Pritam and the lyrics are given by Amitabh Bhattacharya. Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani also stars Aditya Roy Kapur and Kalki Koechlin in supporting roles. Directed by Ayan Mukerji, the film is slated to release on May 31st, this year.
We also have some exclusive stills from the shoot!
Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani’s first song, ‘Badtameez Dil’ is a post from: BollySpice
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- Stacey Yount
Pratham event in London with Jacqueline
5 April 2013 12:00 AM, PDT
India’s leading fashion designer Payal Jain will be making her UK collection debut at an exclusive Fundraiser hosted by Friends of Pratham in aid of Pratham, India’s largest education Ngo working to improve learning levels amongst underprivileged children, at the Le Meredian on Wednesday 24th April 2013.
The star-studded afternoon will be hosted by TV presenter Tasmin Lucia Khan. Bollywood celebrity Poonam Dhillon will be joining other A-list names including British comedian Sanjeev Bhaskar pledging their support at the event. Bollywood beauty Jacqueline Fernandez will help raise funds through an exclusive money-can’t-buy auction alongside entertainment by TV Stars ‘The Pulse Collective’ from Sky 1’s ‘Got To Dance.
Guests will also get a chance to take dip into Indian heritage by exploring timeless masterpieces by bespoke jewellery designer Neety Singh and a select art exhibition by S.A fine arts.
Payal will be showcasing her SS 13 ‘Butterflies In My »
- Sunny Malik
Sanjay Dutt’s Ghanchakkar cameo called off
4 April 2013 11:46 PM, PDT
The Supreme Court recently passed a verdict which will see Sanjay Dutt serve his remaining three and half years in prison, having already spent 18 months in jail previously. This verdict has resulted in his cameo in the upcoming Ghanchakkar to be cancelled due to Sanjay’s circumstances and his surrender.
A source told Ndtv, “Sanjay has been running against time to complete all his pending projects. He had a cameo in Vidya Balan’s next where he was supposed to play himself. The actor had agreed to do the role at his Lage Raho Munnabhai co-star’s insistence.”
It would seem no one else would be able to play this role but Sanjay himself, as another source added, “The role was perfect for Sanju Baba as he had to just play himself. So no one else can replace him. It’s just a cameo while there are other semi-completed projects awaiting his return. »
- Avinash Sidhu
Ranbir’s prank on Kalki stalls shoot!!!
4 April 2013 11:27 PM, PDT
Ranbir Kapoor’s prank on co-star Kalki Koechlin on the sets of Yeh Jawani Hai Deewani went horribly wrong ultimately stalling shoot. It’s not the first time that Ranbir Kapoor has played prank on his Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani co-stars.
This time during the shoot of a wedding scene, the actor’s prank on Kalki Koechlin put her and him in a bit of a spot, quite literally!
A source says, “Ranbir, who was in a mischievous mood, was supposed to apply a small amount of turmeric paste on Kalki’s face. But instead of applying a little paste on her face for the shot, Ranbir went ahead and plastered it all over”.
To make things worse, Kalki’s sensitive skin reacted very badly to this act. Although the 29- year- old actress took the whole episode sportingly, the shooting came to a standstill. Because of the reaction Kalki »
- Sunny Malik
Ajay and Kajol’s family life
4 April 2013 11:00 PM, PDT
Ajay Devgn and Kajol are the golden off screen couple of Bollywood. The couple, who married in 1999, recently spoke of their appreciation for one another and their family.
Ajay recently spoke about his life on a television show and told of how lucky he considers himself that Kajol is his life partner.
Ajay said, “I’m very lucky to have her in my life. She is a very strong support system for me.”
The couple have two children together, a daughter Nysa and a son, Yug.
Kajol, who cut down on her work in order to prioritise her family over her career, told Pti in an interview, “Once I got married and had babies, I had to take time out for my children. Hence I took a
break. My personal life took over my professional life and I was very happy about it.”
She added, “I am the stricter one between two of us. »
- Avinash Sidhu
Ayan dubs in Srk’s Van
4 April 2013 10:22 PM, PDT
Ayan Mukerji who is currently working on the post production of his soon to release Yeh Jawani Hai Deewani landed at Wai, on the sets of Chennai Express. He wanted Deepika Padukone, who was there shooting for the movie, to dub a few lines for the trailer of Yeh Jawani Hai Deewani. But to his dismay he found there was no suitable infrastructure around.
However Shah Rukh Khan immediately offered Ayan and his recordist his luxury makeup trailer that has one of the best sound systems that a mobile van can have for their dub.
Srk not only allowed Ayan and his team to use his van for dubbing, he also ensured that the Yeh Jawani Hai Deewani team was treated to a sumptuous lunch and also offered them recreational facilities as they had driven seven hours at a stretch to reach the sets.
Now, isn’t that why Srk is called the Bollywood Badshah? »
- Sunny Malik
The Prestigious Asian Awards 2013 coming April 16th!
4 April 2013 2:26 PM, PDT
The third annual Asian Awards are set to take place on the 16th April at the Grosvenor House Hotel in London, in order to recognize and applaud the finest talent from fields in arts, business and entrepreneurship as well as technology and sport.
Traditionally honouring outstanding achievers with origins from the South Asian community this year the awards are set to include entrants originating from China, Japan, Korea, Singapore and other South and Far East countries.
The founder of The Asian Awards Paul Sagoo, of consultancy Lemon Group, refers to this expansion as a significant step forward.
“This geographical expansion means that The Asian Awards can now truly live up to its name and celebrate global Asian achievement on an even grander scale. We had always planned to recognise the achievements from the global Asian community and this is an exciting time for The Asian Awards.”
Spanning two years, The »
- Meera Sharma
Behind the Scenes of Ghanchakkar with Emraan and Vidya!
4 April 2013 3:33 AM, PDT
Produced by Utv Motion Pictures, the quirky comedy thriller Ghanchakkar directed by Raj Kumar Gupta is set to release on June 28. The film stars Emraan Hashmi and Vidya Balan in roles we certainly have never seen from them before and we can’t wait to see more!
The story: When Sanjay (Emraan Hashmi), a suave, master safe cracker wants to retire from a career in crime, he decides to team up with two dangerous criminals to commit one last heist. A bank robbery that will ensure that he never has to worry about money again! Everything goes according to plan – in the wee hours of the morning a bank vault is broken into and emptied of its contents of 350 million rupees. Sanjay is given the task of hiding the money till things cool down and the booty can be split. Two months later Sanjay’s associates return to collect their share of the loot, »
- Stacey Yount
Karan Johar talks about his next movie
4 April 2013 1:45 AM, PDT
Karan Johar is all set for his new movie Gippi. It is a simple movie about a 14-year-old girl (played by 13-year-old Riya Vij), who falls in love with a hunk (played by Taaha Shah) in her school. It also has a maximum number of newcomers, all from Delhi. They shot during their summer vacations last year.
It’s one of the least expensive projects of Dharma Production and it is directed by Sonam Nair who was an assistant director in Ayan Mukherji’s Wake up Sid.
This movie is different from other Karan Johar movies, usually romantic films and family entertainers that he produces and directs.
Calling Gippi a small film with a large heart, KJo feels that the story of Gurpreet Kaur, aka Gippi, is one that many will relate to.
“Gippi is a new kind of film and it is unusual for us to venture into that space. »
- Sunny Malik
Special View of Ipl on the sets of Ouatim-2
3 April 2013 11:53 PM, PDT
Director Milan Luthria has made special arrangements to ensure that his actors do not miss the Ipl action while shooting for the final schedule of Balaji’s Once Upon A Time In Mumbaai Again.
A special room has been designed on the set in Mumbai by the film’s set designers. This is for Akshay Kumar, Imran Khan and Milan Luthria to watch the match in between shots.
It is an air-conditioned room with all the comfort of an A-class movie theatre, a big plasma TV, plush recliners, a pool table, a refrigerator stocked with food and drinks.
Says Milan, “It was difficult initially, as a lot of people felt who will work if such a room is set up. But we all need to de-stress while shooting and make the process enjoyable.”
Special View of Ipl on the sets of Ouatim-2 is a post from: BollySpice
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- Stacey Yount
Indian Cinema has ‘progressed,’ according to Amitabh Bachchan
3 April 2013 10:38 PM, PDT
Amitabh Bachchan has recently emphasised in the presence of the media that Indian Cinema has progressed and its level of prestige has grown rapidly in recent years. The 70 year old Bollywood legend stated the following in a year which marks 100 years of Indian Cinema. “In these 100 years we have (made) a lot of progress, at least for the society. Earlier, film stars were looked down upon in society, but now we have reached a stage where children from well-off families aspire to become a part of the industry.”
Mr Bachchan also acknowledged the talent which is coming out from young filmmakers, who are currently creating interesting and cutting-edge cinema. “I feel great about the new generation because I feel that they are very capable, are doing a great job, and all of them are moving in the right direction.” They are hard-working… they show so much talent that we have never seen. »
- Bodrul Chaudhury
Ek Thi Daayan Music Review
3 April 2013 10:02 PM, PDT
Ek Thi Daayan is an upcoming horror film which has been directed by Kannan Iyer. It stars Emraan Hashmi, Konkona Sen Sharma, Huma Qureshi and Kalki Koechlin in the leading roles and is all set to release in cinemas on 18th April. The film is based on a magician named Bobo who encounters a beautiful woman called Lisa. Despite him being in a relationship, Bobo finds Lisa incredibly attractive. However, he is soon convinced that Lisa is actually a ‘daayan’ (witch) who is out to get him. The music to this film has been composed by Vishal Bhardwaj, who also composed the music for his previous directorial venture Matru Ki Bijlee Ka Mandola (2013). The lyrics have been written by the legendary Gulzar, who has teamed up with Bhardwaj many times to create great music. So does the soundtrack to Ek Thi Daayan deliver, given that these two maestros have joined forces? »
- Bodrul Chaudhury
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